The feast of the Panagia Myrtidiotissa in Thira Kamaritranslated

The holy Gospel was proclaimed by the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Maroneia and Komotini, who spoke about the face of the Theotokos and her position in the life of the Church and the faithful. In the morning of the feast day, at dawn, the Vespers were led by the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Thira, Amphilochos. Following was the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy, presided over by the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Maroneia and Komotini, Pantaleimon, with the assistance of the local shepherd, the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Thira, Amorgos, and the Islands, Amphilochos. In his homily, the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Thira spoke about the historical significance of the Panagia Myrtidiotissa and emphasized the special reverence shown to her sacred icon. He also explained the ecclesiological meaning of the Synaxis, noting that the Church calls its faithful not only to honor the Theotokos but also to become…